As you pick up the purse, a jubilant scream comes from the bushes, and someone or something starts yanking on

As you pick up the purse, a jubilant scream comes from the bushes, and someone or something starts yanking on the rope — so hard you almost stumble.

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You pull the rope and there is a shout. A moment later, a band of goblins leaps out from the bushes, screaming
Whoever is holding the rope, he's strong — keeping a grip on the purse, you try to keep your footing, but you'

Whoever is holding the rope, he's strong — keeping a grip on the purse, you try to keep your footing, but you'
You pull the rope and there is a shout. A moment later, a band of goblins leaps out from the bushes, screaming